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Of course, any organisation representing these vulnerable people that raises concerns deserves to have them listened to, and I am sure that

I do not think it is ever possible to say that. This particular area of law has always been open to legal challenge.

I think that there must be some confusion. The case studies will be part of the code of practice.

The role of the family is much greater in this amended legislation than it is currently.

Yes, that definition is included in the Bill, and it is also expected that people will have an advocate.

The wishes and feelings of the vulnerable person are at the centre of the Bill, and the wishes and feelings of their family will definitely

As a Justice Minister, I was responsible for lasting powers of attorney and we spent a lot of time trying to convince people to make those s

I am going to make little progress now because I have a lot more to say and I know that other Members want to speak as well.

I am today placing in the Library of the House the Department’s analysis on the application of Standing Order 83L in respect of the Governme

As set out in the answer of 21 January 2019 to Question 209287, there has been no change in policy with regards to obtaining consent of a pa